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Strangulation (Noun)

The act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe; "no evidence that the choking was done by the accused".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The pathologist's report confirmed that the victim's death was caused by strangulation.
Strangulation was ruled out as the cause of death due to the lack of ligature marks on the victim's neck.
The prosecution's case relied heavily on evidence of strangulation, but the defense argued that it was circumstantial.
The medical examiner found no signs of strangulation on the body, which raised questions about the initial suspect.
The coroner's report concluded that the manner of death was homicide by strangulation, and the investigation continued.

The condition of having respiration stopped by compression of the air passage.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The medical examiner determined that the cause of death was strangulation due to the rope that had been tied around the victim's neck.
Strangulation is often considered one of the most severe forms of violent assault, resulting in severe physical and emotional trauma.
In cases of domestic violence, strangulation can be a precursor to homicide, so it is crucial to address these incidents immediately.
After reviewing the crime scene evidence, detectives concluded that the suspect had used a chokehold to inflict strangulation on the victim.
Witnesses reported hearing the victim gasping for air as the perpetrator applied pressure to her neck, resulting in near-fatal strangulation.

(pathology) constriction of a body part so as to cut off the flow of blood or other fluid; "strangulation of the intestine".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The patient was rushed to the emergency room due to suspected strangulation of the intestine caused by a hernia.
Strangulation of the bowel can lead to severe tissue damage and even death if left untreated.
The medical team worked quickly to relieve the strangulation of the blood vessels in the patient's leg.
Strangulation of the ureter can cause severe kidney damage and impair the flow of urine.
The surgeon carefully operated to relieve the strangulation of the intestine caused by a twisted mesentery.